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John Ashton (of Aveton Gifford) recently captured these excellent photographs of a spoonbill around the Tidal Road. The species was last seen here in the 1980’s according to local bird expert, Rod Bone.

Following a local incident involving a potentially hazardous bonfire emitting noxious fumes and causing distress to neighbours, it may be worth pointing out that in the event of an environmental hazard the Environment Agency has a 24/7 hotline on 0800 … Continue reading →

Valerie Scott (Chairperson of Bigbury’s Neighbourhood Planning Group) writes – I enclose an article (Article re Planning Appeal St Ann’s Chapel ) about the planning appeal which has just been made in respect of the proposed development of 8 dwellings … Continue reading →

The Parish Council, which owns the lay-by, wishes to make this unusual community asset a more attractive site for both locals and holidaymakers. They seek the views of the local community to ensure the concept and design meet the expectations … Continue reading →

Palm Oil A local resident has reported that there is Palm Oil washed up on the beach at Ayrmer Cove. If so, no doubt it will also be along our immediate coast line. Please stay alert and remember if your … Continue reading →

SOUTH HAMS SOCIETY PRESS RELEASE 9 October 2017 The South Devon AONB committee held its latest meeting at Blackpool Sands last week. In a move coordinated by the South Hams Society, a number of local amenity Groups combined together to … Continue reading →

After years of excellent work the services of one volunteer, John Simes, have been taken over by two new volunteers Trish Bagley (01548810053 or email trishbagley@icloud.com) and Norman Botton (01548810385 or normanbotton@ hotmail.co.uk ). Please contact either of us if … Continue reading →